Supercell thunderstorms are common in Missouri during severe weather season. This unique type of storm that involves a rotating updraft called a mesocyclone.

The rotating updraft characteristic of a supercell is known as a mesocyclone ... intense thunderstorms that often take on a linear structure. Because of this, derechos can last much longer ...

The mesocyclone provides a continuous supply ... while rugged or hilly terrains can disrupt its structure, causing it to weaken or dissipate. Think of a tornado as a skater gliding smoothly ...

Spring is here, and with it comes a risk of severe weather conditions running the gamut from tornadoes and heavy winds to ...

This rotation, known as a mesocyclone, suggests a tornado could develop, but it has not been visually confirmed. "Radar technology has advanced significantly, allowing us to detect rotation within ...

Health officials in Fort Bend County have confirmed the first case of measles in the area. The patient is a woman in her 50s, who recently traveled ...

"What makes a supercell unique from all other thunderstorm types is that it contains a deep and persistent rotating updraft called a mesocyclone. If the environment is favorable, supercell ...

However, a couple hours later, a strong mesocyclone moved out of Alabama and into the southern part of Middle Tennessee — more specifically, Grundy County, where the town of Palmer sustained ...

This forms a mesocyclone. 3 / As that warm updraft rises, it smashes into sinking cold air. This temperature difference is thought to cause the funnel to narrow, spin faster, and draw even more ...

This feature of a severe storm is called a mesocyclone. This large area of rotation in a storm, over time, can send energy down to the ground in the shape of tornadoes. HOUSTON (KIAH ...